The Wildfire Hazard remains EXTREME for the Whitecourt Wildfire Management Area (WWMA). Today's temperature will be 26 degrees Celsius, with winds reaching 10 km/hr.
Note: Under EXTREME hazard conditions a wildfire will act in an explosive manner - it will spread aggressively, becoming difficult to contain.
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A Fire Advisory remains in place for the majority of the WWMA. This means no burning. All fire permits are suspended with the exception of burn barrels. No new fire permits will be issued until conditions improve.
Safe campfires are permitted, but may be restricted in the coming days if conditions worsen. 
The Fire Restriction for areas surrounding the town of Swan Hills remains in effect. If you are working or living in the RED areas below, you will continue to be impacted by this restriction.
What does this mean for you?
- What is prohibited? Wood campfires in backcountry or random camping areas, charcoal briquettes, turkey fryers and tiki torches.
- What is allowed in campgrounds? Safe wood campfires in fire rings, portable propane fire pits, gas or propane stoves and barbeques (not charcoal briquettes) designed for cooking or heating.
- What is allowed in backcountry and random camping areas? Portable propane fire pits, gas or propane stoves and barbeques (not charcoal briquettes) designed for cooking or heating,and catalytic or infrared-style heaters.
Want more information? Check www.albertafirebans.ca or click here to read more.
Wildfires (1130hrs, May 23)
Currently, there are no wildfires in the WWMA.
Yesterday 1 human caused wildfire burned 0.52 hectares in the WWMA. It has been extinguished.
Since April 1, 2015, there have been 25 wildfires in the WWMA which have burned 25.90 hectares.
There are 24 wildfires burning in Alberta: 3 are out of control, 5 are being held, 14 are under control, and 2 have been turned over to the responsible party.
Since April 1, 2015, Alberta has recorded 603 wildfires that have burned a total of 5236.69 hectares.
How can you help us?
We encourage everyone to be diligent while working or recreating in forested areas
If you are using an Off-Highway Vehicle, periodically check your vehicle for the build up of grass, branches and other debris. This material can ignite under high heat, resulting in a wildfire.
Check out our resources for Industry. Continue to abide by your Industrial Wildfire Control Plan. Avoid non-essential flaring and exercise extreme caution while working in a forested area.
If you have any questions, please contact me. Unless conditions change, you can expect your next wildfire update May 24th.
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Hailey Stapleton | Wildfire Information Officer
Whitecourt Wildfire Management Area
office: 780.778.7273
mobile: 403-863-8184